About the Role
As the Luxury Frames Category Sales Manager, you will be responsible for delivering fast-paced, profitable growth across the Eastern region of the UK by winning new business, closing opportunities, and driving strong in-market performance of the frames category. This role owns the commercial performance of a portfolio of customers, combining high activity levels, strong closing capability, and effective category management to maximise sales and share of wallet.
Responsibilities
- Own and deliver sales, margin, and growth targets across your assigned territory.
- Drive new business acquisition, identify commercial opportunities, and build a strong sales pipeline.
- Lead customer negotiations and secure commercial agreements that maximize sales performance.
- Develop strong relationships with customers, acting as a trusted commercial partner while driving growth and retention.
- Manage and optimize product assortments, ensuring strong brand visibility, adoption of new collections, and effective stock management.
- Use sales and market data to identify growth opportunities, monitor performance, and support accurate forecasting.
- Collaborate with internal teams across our categories such as Lenses, Instruments, and Sell-Out functions to deliver integrated customer solutions and increase share of wallet.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to identify opportunities and maintain a competitive advantage.
- Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and professional standards.
Requirements
- Proven experience in field sales or account management within a fast-paced commercial environment.
- Strong track record of achieving sales targets and winning new business.
- Demonstrated ability to close deals and convert opportunities.
- Commercially driven with high energy and resilience.
- Strong understanding of retail and category dynamics.
Skills
- Strong closing and negotiation skills
- High activity levels and proactive mindset
- Commercial drive and results orientation
- Ability to build relationships while driving outcomes
- Competitive mindset and resilience
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- Adaptability and pace
Location
- Eastern region of the UK (from Doncaster to Coventry and Ipwich)
Work Type
- Field Sales
Experience Level
- Field sales or account management experience
About the Company
- Global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses.
- Offers industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products, iconic brands, a network offering high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences, and leading e-commerce platforms.
- Community of over 190,000 dedicated employees worldwide driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.
Equal Opportunity
- Committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- Celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.
